Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO vs Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm f/2.8-4
Key Differences
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm f/2.8-4 has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO has a better weight (254g (9.0 oz) vs 320g (11.3 oz)).
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm f/2.8-4 has a better min focus distance (20 cm vs 23 cm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO has a better price (msrp) ($699 vs $799).
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm f/2.8-4 has a better max magnification (0.3x vs 0.25x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 12-45mm | 12-60mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 12 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 12 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 24-90mm | 24-120mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 23 cm | 20 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.25x | 0.3x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $699 | $799 |
| Filter Size | 55mm | 62mm |
| Diameter | 63.4mm | 68mm |
| Length | 70mm | 71mm |
| Weight | 254g (9.0 oz) | 320g (11.3 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
